Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. · 17 hours ago
Automation Engineer
US-OH-Hilliard
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expAdvanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. The Automation Engineer supports all aspects of ADS automation and control systems development, integration, and implementation, ensuring systems meet evolving process and business requirements while leading capital projects across the ADS network.
ConstructionIndustrialManufacturingWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Manage automation projects to ensure delivery dates, scope, and financial targets are met
Develop business cases for new capital projects
Lead capital projects using sound project management processes and principles
Facilitate training for plant personnel to support new technologies
Support plant integration projects and provide post‑implementation assistance
Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure smooth, continuous operations
Manage internal, external, direct, and indirect project team resources
Communicate effectively at all organizational levels; strong presentation skills required
Manage multiple complex, multi‑faceted projects simultaneously
Align teams to defined project charters, goals, and metrics
Apply systematic problem‑solving tools to resolve technical challenges
Manage capital equipment suppliers and maintain strong vendor relationships
Coordinate stakeholder alignment across departments
Partner with IT and plant teams to implement system upgrades aligned with future manufacturing vision
Qualification
Required
Bachelors' Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes
Robotic automation experience (Fanuc preferred)
PLC/HMI knowledge (Allen‑Bradley preferred)
Working knowledge of machine safety and ergonomics
Basic mechanical design capability
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
Capital project and supplier management experience
Experience with pneumatic systems
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process control
Manage automation projects to ensure delivery dates, scope, and financial targets are met
Develop business cases for new capital projects
Lead capital projects using sound project management processes and principles
Facilitate training for plant personnel to support new technologies
Support plant integration projects and provide post‑implementation assistance
Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure smooth, continuous operations
Manage internal, external, direct, and indirect project team resources
Communicate effectively at all organizational levels; strong presentation skills required
Manage multiple complex, multi‑faceted projects simultaneously
Align teams to defined project charters, goals, and metrics
Apply systematic problem‑solving tools to resolve technical challenges
Manage capital equipment suppliers and maintain strong vendor relationships
Coordinate stakeholder alignment across departments
Partner with IT and plant teams to implement system upgrades aligned with future manufacturing vision
Preferred
6+ years of manufacturing and operations experience
Experience in capital project development and execution
Vendor and supplier management experience
Experience mentoring and developing team members or project managers
Project management of large capital initiatives
Researching and developing new manufacturing processes
Benefits
Medical and prescription drug plans
Telemedicine (with medical plan)
High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental and vision plans
Virtual physical therapy*
An employee assistance program (EAP)*
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs
Retirement 401k program with company match
An employee stock purchase plan (voluntary)
Financial wellness planning*
Paid parental leave*
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care
Short-term and long-term disability*
Basic life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*
Adoption financial reimbursement*
Tuition reimbursement*
Voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children)
Voluntary identity theft and fraud protection
Company
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
Headquartered in Hilliard Ohio, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc (ADS) is the leading manufacturer of high performance thermoplastic corrugated pipe, providing a comprehensive suite of water management products and drainage solutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$850MKey Investors
CPP Investments
2022-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-08-20Post Ipo Secondary· $350M
2014-07-25IPO
Leadership Team
Scott Cottrill
EVP, CFO and Treasurer
Tim Makowski
VP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer
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